Exclusive Interview by K. Gopalakrishnan, Pics by Manikandan
As the technical textiles industry in India evolves at an unprecedented pace, THE GAURS has emerged as one of the most trusted solution partners for companies seeking advanced, specialized and high-value manufacturing capabilities. At Techtextil India 2025, Mr. Anubhav Gaur, President & CEO, shared insights into the company’s unique consulting-led approach, the rising demand for value-added technical textiles, and the segments where India holds significant long-term growth potential. More than a machinery supplier, THE GAURS positions itself as a complete solutions provider—engineering processes, designing turnkey plants, and enabling customers to transition from basic production to high-performance, future-ready applications.
A Solutions Partner for a Rapidly Evolving Industry
Reflecting on this year’s exhibition, Mr. Gaur noted a sharp rise in industry engagement and curiosity. Visitors were not merely exploring machinery—they were seeking solutions. “We don’t sell machines,” he emphasized. “We sell solutions. If you have an existing setup or plan to build one, but do not know what or how to make it, come to us with a sample of your product. We will study it and will tell you how to make it and what is the best way to do it.”
THE GAURS represent global technology leaders across the entire technical textile spectrum— De-oiling machines, Scouring lines, Coating heads and coating lines, stenters, calendars, dyeing technologies, spray finishing systems, ultrasonic welding machines, automatic inspection and packing solutions, and more. These highly specialized systems cater to everything from basic upholstery fabrics and blackout curtains to carbon fibre pre-pregs, aerospace composites, and advanced industrial laminates.
The aim is not to add capacity—it is to create capability.
Driving High-Value Manufacturing and Turnkey Expertise
One of the company’s strongest value propositions is its consistent advocacy for value-added manufacturing. Mr. Gaur recalled how, a decade ago, many manufacturers focused on low-margin luggage coating fabrics. Today, the conversation has shifted dramatically. “Customers are discussing composites, bulletproof fabrics, advanced coatings, carbon pre-pregs, even aerospace-grade materials,” he said. “Our job is to help them move up the value chain.”
THE GAURS specialize in offering turnkey solutions—delivering end-to-end factories built around highly customized processes. From machinery selection and engineering to utilities such as boilers, pipelines and infrastructure, the company ensures seamless implementation and guaranteed output. A recent example was a 152-meter long transfer coating line which is operated by merely five people, producing 80,000–90,000 meters per day—an illustration of automation, efficiency and design precision.
Segments Poised for Growth: Buildtech, Geotech, Sportech and More
According to Mr. Gaur, the future of technical textiles in India lies beyond the traditional categories. Segments such as buildtech, geotech, sportech and construction textiles are showing explosive future potential. With India’s infrastructure boom, these materials are finding widespread applications—reinforcement, insulation, protection, safety, geogrids, geomembranes and more.
Simultaneously, emerging niche needs such as bulletproof materials, carbon fibre processing, and advanced industrial coatings are creating new avenues for specialized machinery and custom-engineered solutions. “Activewear is evolving rapidly, and even though it is not technical textile in the strictest sense, customers are demanding new coatings and functional finishes,” he added.
Why Customers Choose THE GAURS: Consulting over Selling
THE GAURS differentiate themselves through a consulting-led approach rather than a sales-driven one. “We don’t have sales people,” Mr. Gaur stated. “We have engineers—people with multiple years of industry experience. The team that speaks to you at your office or factory or at an exhibition booth will be the ones implementing your project.”
This seamless end-to-end engagement eliminates gaps between expectation and delivery. THE GAURS represent some of the strongest machinery manufacturers from Europe and Turkey, ensuring that customers receive not just a machine, but a thoroughly engineered solution aligned with sustainability, productivity and cost-competitiveness.
Investing for India: Sharpening Focus on the Domestic Market
Recognizing India’s steep growth trajectory, THE GAURS has consolidated its international footprint to concentrate more deeply on India and Sri Lanka markets. The company has closed its earlier offices in Thailand, Indonesia and Bangladesh to strengthen domestic operations. With continuous hiring, training and customer engagement, THE GAURS is expanding in tandem with India’s technical textile opportunities.
“The ideas customers bring to us are getting more advanced every year,” Mr. Gaur said. “We are learning along with them, and we are ready to support the next phase of India’s manufacturing evolution.”
THE GAURS stand at the intersection of engineering, consulting and advanced manufacturing—offering India’s technical textile industry a unique pathway to scale, innovation and global competitiveness. By guiding customers toward higher-value applications, designing turnkey plants, and delivering custom-built solutions, the company is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of technical textiles in India. As demand expands across buildtech, geotech, sportech, composites and specialty fabrics, THE GAURS remain committed to enabling industry growth through knowledge, sustainable technology and unwavering partnership.
